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Serbia Broadband Selects Scientific-Atlanta Equipment to Enhance Cable Network

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Serbia Broadband (SBB), the largest cable and broadband operator in Serbia and Montenegro, has chosen Scientific-Atlanta Europe's equipment to improve its cable network. The upgrade enables SBB to deliver a wide range of services, including over 50 free-to-air TV channels, high-speed internet connectivity, and data services for businesses. The new network, which began in the capital city of Belgrade and later expanded to Novi Sad and Kragujevac, utilizes Scientific-Atlanta's Prisma II optical platform, Vision 1000 headends, and other equipment. The network improvements have already increased the capacity of SBB's Hybrid Fibre/Coax (HFC) network in three major cities, simultaneously improving connection speeds for its approximately 175,000 subscribers. The enhanced network infrastructure will also enable the introduction of new content and services in the long term.

Key Takeaways:

  • SBB has selected Scientific-Atlanta Europe's equipment to upgrade its cable network, enabling the delivery of a wide range of services, including over 50 free-to-air TV channels, high-speed internet connectivity, and data services for businesses.
  • The network upgrade began in Belgrade and later expanded to Novi Sad and Kragujevac, utilizing Scientific-Atlanta's Prisma II optical platform, Vision 1000 headends, and other equipment.
  • The network improvements have increased the capacity of SBB's HFC network in three major cities simultaneously, improving connection speeds for its approximately 175,000 subscribers.
  • The enhanced network infrastructure will also enable the introduction of new content and services in the long term.
  • SBB has chosen to purchase Scientific-Atlanta's ROSA network management system to monitor network performance, track noise in the return path, and maximize available bandwidth.
  • Dragan Solak, Chief Executive of SBB, has stated that selecting Scientific-Atlanta was due to their technology, implementation knowledge, and strong support, which will enable SBB to revolutionize the subscriber experience.
  • George Stromeyer, VP & Managing Director, EMEA at Scientific-Atlanta Europe, has emphasized the company's commitment to helping SBB pioneer new infrastructure and deliver new services to subscribers in Serbia.

Statistics:

  • Over 50 free-to-air TV channels will be delivered through the upgraded network.
  • High-speed internet connectivity and data services for businesses will be available on the upgraded network.
  • Approximately 175,000 subscribers will benefit from improved connection speeds and the introduction of new content and services.
  • The network upgrade has increased the capacity of SBB's HFC network in three major cities (Belgrade, Novi Sad, and Nis).

Sources:

  • Scientific-Atlanta Europe: http://www.scientificatlanta.com
  • Serbia Broadband (SBB): http://www.SBB.co.yu
  • Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. (NYSE: SFA): http://www.scientificatlanta.com
  • Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: http://www.sec.gov
  • Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC): http://www.opic.gov

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